1995 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK should accelerate faster than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 240 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK.
With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK has automatic transmission and 1995 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 1995 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Land Rover Discovery | 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Discovery | GLK |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3946 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4529 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1887 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2756 mm |